Carter County will be used for statistical information, the majority of the Milligan/Pinecrest community is located in Carter County.
Utilizing the County Health Rankings website, 28% of Carter County adults smoke, compared with 24% in the state of Tennessee. Carter County has a 34% adult obesity rate, while Tennessee's obesity rate is 31%. However, Carter County's rate of uninsured adults is 15% with a state average of 19%.
There were 176 deaths due to heart disease in Carter County in 2009. There were 158 related to cancer. Poor diet, obesity, and no exercise all contribute to these conditions.
State of Health
Carter County will be used for statistical information, the majority of the Milligan/Pinecrest community is located in Carter County.Utilizing the County Health Rankings website, 28% of Carter County adults smoke, compared with 24% in the state of Tennessee. Carter County has a 34% adult obesity rate, while Tennessee's obesity rate is 31%. However, Carter County's rate of uninsured adults is 15% with a state average of 19%.
There were 176 deaths due to heart disease in Carter County in 2009. There were 158 related to cancer. Poor diet, obesity, and no exercise all contribute to these conditions.